Check out these great special events going on around your Science Center!
SUNDAY 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. TUESDAY-SATURDAY 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Check out these great special events going on around your Science Center!
SUNDAY 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. TUESDAY-SATURDAY 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
DREAM BIG and discover what's possible with the new career exploration series at Impression 5 Science Center. Kids and families will meet real professionals, explore hands-on activities, and take home an activity kit to see how their interests can turn into future careers through this event that connects curiousity with real-world possibilities.
- Space
- Naturalist
- Health
- Chemistry
- Engineering
SUNDAY 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. TUESDAY-SATURDAY 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
2026 marks the 33rd anniversary of the Capital City River Run—a compilation of family-friendly races that celebrate, build awareness of, and financially support Greater Lansing organizations that promote education, the desire to learn, and healthy lifestyles. This run series provides a premier racing experience, highlighting the natural beauty of Michigan’s capital city and adjoining rivers.
Annual races include a Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay, 5K Walk/Run, and the Sohn’s Kid’s Race. All race participants receive a long-sleeve pullover and finishers medal. The race will be chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation and you can check your results during the race and on the web at Playmakers.com.
The kids run will take place on Saturday, September 19 at 11AM at Impression 5 Science Center. The one mile race will take place on the Lansing River Trail. All participants will be invited to spend the day at the Science Center and enjoy a pizza party after the event. The half marathon, and 5K races will start on Michigan Ave in front of the Lansing Center, utilizing Michigan Ave and the Lansing River Trail and will end in front of Rotary Park in downtown Lansing. Both races will start at 8AM on Sunday, September 20. Packet pick up will take place on Saturday, September 19 from 10AM until 6PM at Impression 5 Science Center in Lansing Race day packet pick up will take place at Impression 5 Science Center in Lansing - 6:30AM until 8AM
The Capital City River Run makes a real impact within the community, benefitting Impression 5 Science Center and its mission to provide children and families access to science exploration through hands-on exhibits and participatory programming.
